Communities Secretary James Brokenshire has announced that coastal communities across England will receive funding of more than £36 million to develop and improve tourist attractions, create jobs and promote socio-economic growth.
A total of 70 projects across the British coastline from Cornwall to Cumbria have been picked for the funding and have been broken down into two categories.
The Government has awarded 26 projects from the Coastal Communities Fund, which was introduced in 2012, and 44 from the Coastal Revival Fund, which launched in 2015.
The 26 Coastal Communities Fund projects are forecast collectively to support more than 15,000 jobs, and attract up to £40 million in additional investment from public and private sector sources.
Brokenshire commented on his determination to support investment and development in coastal communities, to create an economy that works for everyone.
He said "all of the ambitious projects receiving funds were designed and developed by local people who know what will make the biggest difference to their areas".
Since the launch of the two funds, a total of 350 projects have received £180 million across England. The Government remains on track to invest over £200 million in the British coastline by 2020.
Some projects chosen for the funds include:
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